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Experiencing Pain In Head And Neck When Lying Down

Are you experiencing pain in your head and neck when you lay down? This can be annoying to deal with and leave you feeling miserable. Dr. Dee at Healing Hands Chiropractic in Murfreesboro, TN, has the tips to help you with your head and neck pain. 

Low-Pressure And High-Pressure Headachesneck pain

Headaches are something that many people deal with regularly. There are different headaches that you can experience. Two of them are low-pressure and high-pressure headaches. There are typically distinct differences between them. 

A low-pressure headache is intense and comes on quickly. When people experience this type of headache, they find relief when they lie down. A high-pressure headache can make you miserable. They resemble a migraine in many ways and affect your neck, shoulders, and worst in the morning. 

Primary vs. Secondary Headaches

There are primary headaches, and then there are secondary headaches. When you know what is causing yours, it is easier to treat it. You can experience a headache for several different reasons. It could be due to things such as:

  • Environment
  • Allergies
  • Sinus
  • Smells
  • Tastes
  • Illness
  • Lighting
  • Medication
  • Stress
  • Reading
  • And Many More Reasons

A primary headache is what is known as the only problem. The problem that you are having is a headache that isn’t due to another issue that you are having. Examples of a primary headache are migraine or tension. A secondary headache is caused by something. It is a side effect that you are having. 

Sleeping With Neck Pain: What You Need to Know

When you are in pain, it can be challenging to find a comfortable position to lay in. Dr. Amanda Dee Baes at Healing Hands Chiropractic has a few tips on getting some rest when experiencing neck pain. Here are some things that you can try:

  • Try Using a cervical Pillow- These pillows provide the support that your head and neck need to be in less pain. It will hold your neck in a neutral position, so nothing is straining.
  • Don’t Use A Thick Pillow or Multiple Pillows- A thin pillow will keep the spine at a more even level. It will give more support and take pressure off the neck area.

Causes Of A Stiff Neck

There are a few different reasons you could experience a stiff neck. You could have slept on it wrong or overused the muscles. When you get a stiff neck, it can make your regular tasks throughout the day be hard to accomplish. Here is a list of the many reasons that people have stiff necks:

  • Slept On It Wrong
  • Whiplash
  • A Car Accident 
  • Carrying Heavy Items
  • Lifting Heavy Weights
  • Hurt It
  • Cervical Spine Disorder
  • Meningitis
  • Grinding Your Teeth Through The Day or Night
  • A Lot Of Built-Up Tension
  • Sitting Strange or Holding Your Head Odd 
  • Arthritis

Treatments For A Stiff Neck

Many people will seek a chiropractor’s help to help with chronic neck pain. Dr. Amanda Dee Baes at Healing Hands Chiropractic in Murfreesboro, TN, can offer advice and services to help with these types of problems. Don’t wait too long to get the relief that you are needing. 

Match Your Pillow Height With Your Sleeping Position

The type of pillow and the amount of them you use at one time can affect your neck. When there are too many piled up, it can cause your neck to be in an odd position. You should match your pillow height with your sleeping position. Use a thin pillow to give your neck the least amount of tension possible. This will also help keep your spine and neck in a neutral position. Often people have too many pillows or too thick of a pillow. 

Ditch Your Phone Before Bedtime

Your posture is an essential factor in neck pain. When you are looking at your phone, you don’t always have the best posture. Many times people will slouch and look down. Using your phone at bedtime is putting strain on your neck. It applies more pressure to your spine, causing you to experience discomfort and pain. 

Stretch Your Neck Before Bed

If you stretch before bed, you are going to loosen your muscles. This will help you sleep better and feel better when you wake up. When you lay in one position for long periods while you’re sleeping, it can cause you discomfort. It doesn’t need to be anything strenuous. A few simple moves to stretch and relax are all it takes. You don’t want to cause more pain by doing something more intense right before bed. 

Taking Over-The-Counter Medicines

If you are having trouble with a stiff neck, there are some things that you can try. Most of the items that you need can be found in your home on a regular basis. Take some Tylenol or Ibuprofen. This is going to help with the pain and inflammation that is occurring. 

You can use a heating pad on and off to help relieve some pain. One of the most important things to do is keep moving. You don’t want to overdo it, but you want to make sure you are making small movements often. Stretching and manipulating the area in small increments will help as well. 

Check The Sleep Environment

The environment in which you are sleeping could be causing your neck pain. Look at the area and decide what could be causing you to put more strain on your neck and spine than needed. Examine your pillow and mattress to see if there is anything different you should be using. 

Paying Attention To Posture

Your posture is one of the key factors in neck pain. If you are holding your neck or back in an odd position for long periods, you can experience discomfort. When you are constantly experiencing neck pain, you should examine your posture. 

Changes can be hard to make when they are a habit you’ve created for yourself. It may be that you need to make a few minor adjustments. The best thing to do is try to be more conscious of your posture and make corrections to it. Before too long, you will make new habits that aren’t causing you pain.

Get A Massage

A massage can help a lot to loosen and relax your neck muscles. It can help you gain back the range of motion you lack due to the pain and stiffness. A professional massage therapist will know the correct techniques to use for success.

The Best Sleeping Positions for Your Neck and Spine

Many people are stomach sleepers, which can be the position that causes people a lot of body aches and pains. It doesn’t provide good support to the rest of your body. When people lay in this position during the night frequently wake up with:

  • Back Pain
  • Neck Pain
  • Spine Pain
  • Numbness or Tingling In Arms
  • Numbness or Tingling In Legs
  • Nerve Pain
  • Overall Discomfort

The best position to lay in is flat on your back or your side. By sleeping on your left side, you will increase circulation throughout your body. You can place pillows in various positions to help take pressure off areas of your body. Such as behind the neck, head, under your side, or between your knees. 

Did you know Chiropractic care can help treat chronic back pain, sports injuries, and auto accidents?

Get in touch with Dr. Dee at Healing Hands Chiropractic today for an initial consultation!